Executive Chef

Accor Hotels; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international hotel group in Cape Town is seeking an Executive Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and service. The ideal candidate will have extensive fine dining experience and a passion for culinary excellence. This role includes leading a talented kitchen team and managing high-volume operations while maintaining strict food safety standards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Exclusive benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in an international hotel brand or fine dining restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, food costing, and stock control.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and ensure high food quality.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the kitchen team.
• Maintain cost control and adherence to food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Menu creation

Time management

Food safety knowledge

Culinary techniques

Education

Certificate III / IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion! As a pioneering in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5, hotels, 10, restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in countries.

While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status‑quo. By joining us, you will become a Heartist, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart. You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are.

You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfill yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment. Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet. Hospitality is a work of heart, Join us and become a Heartist.

Job Description

As the Executive Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service across our restaurant, banquets, and in‑room dining.

You will lead, mentor, and inspire a talented team, driving excellence in every dish while maintaining efficiency, cost control, and adherence to food safety standards.

With a deep appreciation for fresh, locally sourced ingredients and modern culinary trends, you will craft exceptional dining experiences that reflect the hotel's rich equestrian heritage and commitment to luxury hospitality.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fine dining, a proven ability to manage high‑volume operations, and a passion for delivering extraordinary cuisine that exceeds guest expectations.

If you are a driven and innovative chef looking for a leadership role in a distinguished hotel, we invite you to join The Pullman Hotel and elevate our dining experience to new heights.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in an international hotel brand or fine dining restaurant.
• Formal culinary qualifications (e.g., Certificate III / IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop a high‑performing kitchen brigade.
• Expertise in menu creation, food presentation, and modern culinary techniques, with a focus on locally sourced, high‑quality ingredients.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage high‑volume operations, including restaurant, banquets, and in‑room dining.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, food costing, and stock control to maintain profitability without compromising quality.
• In‑depth understanding of food safety, HACCP compliance, and kitchen hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment while maintaining consistency and excellence.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences and upholding the standards of a luxury dining establishment.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays as required.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities.

Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions, and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities. When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.